Black Educators of Tomorrow: Overview
ABOUT US
The organization is comprised of members who are in the School of Education as well as other academic units.
As supporters of diversity we encourage the involvement of people who represent various racial backgrounds, religions, and political philosophy.
Aimed at reaching as many urban students as possible, we value the presence of individuals who are interested in addressing issues surrounding inequalities in education.
OUR GOALS
- To provide a network for professionals of color interested in urban education.
- To recruit a diverse group of collegians into B.E.T. through the awareness of the educational issues of the underprivileged.
- To increase the community’s involvement in urban education with the use of service-learning projects.
- To expose young professionals to numerous opportunities within the field of education.
- To provide informational sessions to minority students who are considering joining the School of Education.
- To market the University of Michigan’s School of Education as a viable option to minority youth and college students who are interested in entering the field of education.
- To allow members to learn from current educators by inviting guest speakers to meetings—such as administrators of urban school systems.
Meanings behind the colors of Black Educators of Tomorrow Crest
Sky Blue –unity, the sky is the limit, truth, confidence
Purple – transformation, ambition, sophistication, good judgment
Meanings behind the crest symbols of Black Educators of Tomorrow
Left hand – a student’s hand
Right hand – a teacher’s hand
Key – education is the key to the world
World – the location of knowledge
